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Source: Richie Incognito files grievance against Dolphins

Associated Press

Posted:
11/14/2013 01:38:54 PM PST

Updated:
11/14/2013 01:38:56 PM PST

Richie Incognito filed a grievance Thursday against the Miami Dolphins over his suspension.

A person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press that the guard filed the grievance over his suspension for conduct detrimental to the team. The person spoke Thursday on condition of anonymity because the grievance has not officially been announced.

Incognito was suspended by the team Nov. 3 for misconduct related to the treatment of teammate Jonathan Martin, who abruptly left the Dolphins late last month to receive help for emotional issues.

The NFL is investigating whether Incognito harassed or bullied Martin. Incognito has said the conduct was all part of the normal locker room environment.

ESPN first reported the grievance.

Incognito has missed one game, and the suspension by the team can last for four games. The Dolphins, who have not said how long Incognito is suspended, did not immediately comment about the grievance.

Martin is scheduled to meet Friday with Ted Wells, the independent investigator hired by the NFL. Dolphins owner Stephen Ross also plans to meet with Martin.

A second-year pro, Martin left the team because of what his attorney has alleged was daily harassment by teammates, including Incognito.

On Monday, Ross announced the formation of two committees to examine the Dolphins' locker room culture. In recent days, players have been virtually unanimous in saying it doesn't need to be changed.